§ Mr. SteenTo ask the Secretary of State for Transport where are each of the speed restrictions currently in place between Paddington and Plymouth; for how long is each; and what the speed restriction is in each case; and in each case when he expects the track to be repaired so the restriction can be lifted. [1323]
§ Mr. WattsRailtrack informs me that there are approximately 16 speed restrictions currently in place between Paddington and Plymouth. Information regarding the precise location, length, and speed limit for each speed restriction is not held centrally and can be obtained only 55W at disproportionate cost. However, Railtrack confirms that repair time scales are in accordance with both operational requirements and Railtrack's rigorous safety standards.